HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4.3 - 2481 Update on The Wave Operations
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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
DATE: March 19, 2019
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:
Christopher L. Foss, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Changes to The Wave Operations
Prepared by: Bridget Amaya, Assistant Director of Parks and Community
Services
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider approval of the proposed reduced operation schedule for
The Wave during the off-season.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the proposed operation schedule for The Wave.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Approval of the reduced operation schedule in the off season will result in significant
expense reductions, primarily related to part-time staffing. In addition, other Staff
changes will also result in savings to the General Fund. The combined revisions are
estimated to save $452,000 in the next fiscal year. Suggested expense reductions to
The Wave will be factored into the 2019-2020 Fiscal Year budget update.
DESCRIPTION:
The Wave at Emerald Glen Park is entering its third season of operation. At the
December 4, 2018 City Council meeting, Staff presented a report on the Wave’s second
operational season and requested City Council direction on reducing the facility’s
General Fund subsidy. At that meeting, the City Council provided direction to move
forward with reducing the subsidy and present a condensed operation schedule.
Based on City Council direction Staff has:
Task Estimated Savings
Reduced the number of administrative contract services $70,000
Condensed programming for Fall 2019 $249,000
Adjusted staffing plan $133,000
Total $452,000
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Looking further ahead, as mentioned at the December 4, 2018 City Council Meeting,
solar will be installed at or near the facility which will result in subsequent long-term
estimated savings of $180,000.
Reduced Operating Schedule
The reduced operating schedule would be implemented only during the off-season
period between September and May when the Waterpark is closed . Staff is proposing
midday closures to begin this spring and Friday closures that would b egin in fall 2019.
During the Waterpark summer season, between the Memorial Day and Labor Day
holidays, the facility would remain open seven days per week.
A reduced operating schedule during the off-season allows for reductions in part-time
staffing, which is the largest portion related to operational expenses.
During the off-season, the Natatorium remains open for swim lessons, lap swim, and
recreational swim programs. These programs would continue to be offered during a
reduced operating schedule of Saturday through Thursday and closed Friday, as shown
below:
Day of Week Hours of Operation Programs
Monday – Thursday 6:00 – 9:00 AM
4:00 – 8:00 PM
Lap/Fitness Swim
Swim Lessons
Friday Closed None
Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Swim Lessons
Lap/Fitness Swim
Rec Swim
Sunday 1:00 - 7:00 PM Swim Lessons
Lap/Fitness Swim
Rec Swim
Staff reviewed last year’s off-season attendance and noted lower attendance and
programming on Fridays, therefore Staff is recommending the facility close on Fridays.
In addressing the necessary reduction in contractual services, marketing consulting and
concessions management agreements will not be renewed, saving approximately
$70,000 from Fiscal Year 2018-19. Marketing and concessions management will be
handled by City staff.
Lastly, Staff is currently developing and considering new options for both
Fitness/Recreation Swim passes, and seasonal family passes for the Waterpark during
the summer season that are both convenient and affordable. As a reminder, Fitness
Swim passes are currently available for $50 (10 swims) and a Waterpark Summer
Season pass is available for $70 (Guests under 40 inches) and $85 (Guests 40
inches+).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
Strategy 1: Assure the City’s long-term financial sustainability.
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